Data Center Operator

Beowulf Electricity & Data Inc.
Barker, United States of America
7 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Shift work
Languages
English
Compensation
$ 83K

Job location

Barker, United States of America

Tech stack

Data Centers
Data Center Infrastructure Management (CIM)
Monitoring of Systems
Comptia Server+

Job description

As an Operator, you are the frontline defense for our mission-critical facilities:

  • Mechanical & Hardware Monitoring: Perform continuous diagnostic inspections of physical hardware, including complex direct-to-chip liquid cooling systems, power distribution matrices, and mechanical equipment.
  • Advanced Troubleshooting: Actively respond to automated alerts and infrastructure alarms; diagnose root causes of anomalies and isolate system faults efficiently.
  • Incident Escalation & Ownership: Coordinate smoothly with specialized IT engineers and facility management teams to implement rapid corrective actions and preventative upgrades.
  • Clear Documentation: Write precise, highly legible incident logs, shift summaries, and compliance reports to guarantee operational continuity between shifts.

Requirements

Do you have experience in Technical documentation?, Do you have a High school diploma or GED?, * Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Technical certifications (e.g., CompTIA Server+, Data Center Certified Associate) or an Associate's degree are highly regarded.

  • Mechanical & Technical Aptitude: Prior experience or a strong baseline knowledge of industrial mechanical operations, power management, or HVAC/cooling loops.
  • Troubleshooting Mentality: Proven ability to stay calm under pressure, analyze visual/auditory cues, and trace technical issues to their root cause.
  • Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written English communication skills; ability to document complex mechanical events clearly for teammates.
  • Flexibility: Absolute readiness to work fixed 8 &12-hour shifts, including nights, rotating weekends, and holidays within a 24/7 environment.
  • Physical Capability: Ability to sit or stand for extended periods, maintain sharp close/distance vision focus, and occasionally lift or move up to 50 lbs of infrastructure components.

Preferred (Plus, but not required):

  • Direct background working inside automated utilities, power plants, or high-density computing centers.
  • Familiarity with industrial data center infrastructure management (DCIM) tools and emergency response protocols.

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Benefits & conditions

Pulled from the full job description

  • 401(k)
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Employee assistance program
  • Paid holidays, We are seeking Data Center Operators with a sharp mechanical eye, elite troubleshooting skills, and clear communication habits.

If you thrive in fast-paced environments where hands-on problem-solving directly prevents downtime, this is your opportunity to build a long-term career in a high-growth sector.

What We Offer (Total Rewards Package)

We take care of the team powering the future. Your hard work is backed by a robust benefits portfolio:

  • Competitive Pay: $20.00 to $36.00/hour, precisely scaled to your technical and mechanical experience.
  • Growth & Opportunity: Strong career progression pathways as our infrastructure continuously expands.
  • Performance Incentives: Eligibility for potential yearly bonuses tied directly to company performance achievements.
  • Exceptional Health Coverage: 80% employer-paid healthcare premium options.
  • Retirement Planning: Full 401(k) and Roth retirement savings choices.
  • Generous Paid Time Off: 120 hours of accrued PTO plus 11 paid company holidays.
  • Work-Life Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available from day one.
  • Predictable Schedule: Fixed 24/7 coverage across 3 structural shifts with a predictable, rotating weekend schedule.

About the company

At Beowulf E&D, we manage the critical infrastructure that keeps next-generation technology online. Located at our state-of-the-art facility on the shores of Lake Ontario in Barker, NY, our operations are rapidly scaling to support massive high-performance AI computing clusters.

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